Apple has introduced a policy that limits the updating of software from third-party app stores on iPhones once they are outside the European Union for more than 30 days. Users can still use apps from alternative marketplaces while traveling, but they must return to the EU to access the latest versions. This change aligns with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) and may inconvenience frequent travelers. Despite this restriction, users can continue using third-party app stores to manage previously installed apps. The impact of the DMA is reflected in iOS 17.4 and later versions, allowing EU users to install apps from alternative marketplaces when within the EU.
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